An oak and a reed were arguing about their strength. When a strong wind came up, the reed avoided being uprooted by bending and leaning with the gusts of wind. But the oak stood firm and was torn up by the roots.
It is one thing to conceive a good plan, and another to execute it
The cat always leaves a mark on his friend.
Once a wolf, always a wolf.
Better be wise by the misfortunes of others than by your own.
It is easy to despise what you cannot get